CANDY CDCP 6 Dishwasher Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

  WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow the precautions listed below:

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  • staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • farm houses;
  • by clients in hotels, motels and other residential-type environments;
  • bed and breakfast type environments.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. For EN60335-1
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons(including children )with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge ,unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. For IEC60335-1
• This appliance is for indoor use only, for household use only. To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not immerse the unit, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
• Please unplug before cleaning and maintenance the appliance .Use a soft cloth moisten with mild soap, and then use a dry cloth to wipe it again .

  EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

• This appliance must be earthed. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of an electric shock by providing a path of least resistance of electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-earthing conductor and a earthing plug.
• The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and earth ed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
• Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can result in the risk of an electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly earthed.
• Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; If it does not fit the outlet. Have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Open the door very carefully if the dishwasher is operating, there is a risk of water squirting out.
• Do not place any heavy objects on or stand on the door when it is open. The appliance could tip forward.
• When loading items to be washed:
  • Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal;
  • Warning: Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position.
• Check that the detergent powder is empty after the completion of the wash cycle.
• Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic it ems not s o marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Use only detergent and rinse additives designed for anautomatic dish washer.
• Never use soap, laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent in your dishwasher.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The door should not be left open, since this could increase the risk of tripping.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• During installation, the power supply must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using new hose sets and that old hose-sets should not be reused.
• The maximum number of place settings to be washed is 6.
• The maximum permissible inlet water pressure is 1MPa.
• The minimum permissible inlet water pressure is 0.04MPa.

Disposal

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

WEEE contains both polluting substances (which can cause negative consequences for the environment) and basic components (which can be re-used).

It is important to have WEEE subjected to specific treatments, in order to remove and dispose properly all pollutants, and recover and recycle all materials. Individuals can play an important role in ensuring that WEEE does not become an environmental issue; it is essential to follow some basic rules:

• WEEE should not be treated as household waste;
• WEEE should be handed over to the relevant collection points managed by the municipality or by registered companies. In many countries, for large WEEE, home collection could be present.
  In many countries, when you buy a new appliance, the old one may be returned to the retailer who has to collect it free of charge on a one-to-one basis, as long as the equipment is of equivalent type and has the same functions as the supplied equipment.

  WARNING!

• Packaging material could be dangerous for children!
• For disposing of package and the appliance please go to a recycling centre. Therefore cut off the power supply cable and make the door closing device unusable.
• Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and should be disposed in the waste paper collection for recycling.
• By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
• For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office and your household waste disposal service.
• DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
• By placing the mark on this product, we are confirming compliance to all relevant European safety, health and environmental requirements which are applicable in legislation for this product.

Quick operation guide

For detailed operating method read the corresponding content on the instruction manual.

Operation Instruction

  IMPORTANT To get the best performance from your dishwasher, read all operating instructions before using it for the first time.

Control Panel

Dishwasher Features

Prior to using for the first time

NOTE: If your model have no water softener, you may skip this section.

Loading the Salt Into the Softener

Always use salt intended for use with dishwasher.
The salt container is located beneath the basket and should be filled as follows:

Attention!

• Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers! All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water softener. in case of damages caused by the use of unsuitable salt the manufacturer does not give any warranty nor is liable for any caused damages.
• Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes. This will prevent any grains of salt or salty water, which may have been split, remaining of the bottom of the machine for any period of time, which may cause corrosion.

NOTE:

1. The salt container must only be refilled when the salt warning light in the control panel comes on. Depending on how fully the salt dissolves, the salt warning light may still be on even though the salt container is filled.
   If there is no salt warning light in the control panel (For some Models),you can judge when to load the salt into the softener by the cycles that the dishwasher had run.
2. If there are spills of the salt, a soak or a rapid program should be run to remove the excess salt.

Adjusting Salt Consumption

1. Enter the status of salt adjustment
   Close the door, within 60 seconds after power on, press button and hold for 5 seconds, the machine will enter setting mode. Start/Pause
2. select a certain level of salt consumption
   Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply. Press the Start/pause button to select the proper set according to your local environment, the sets will change in the following sequence: H1->H2->H3->H4->H5->H6;
3. Exit the status of salt adjustment
   Without any operation in five seconds, the machine will exit from set mode, the machine is into standby status
   There are 6 levels of salt consumption in all.It is recommended to select the level according to below table:

Note:

• German degree of measurement for the water hardness
• Millimol, internationel unit for water hardness *) factory setting

Fill the Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse Aid Dispenser

The rinse aid is released during the final rinse to prevent water from forming droplets on your dishes. That can leave spots and streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to sheet off the dishes. Your dishwasher is designed to use liquid rinse aids. The rinse aid dispenser is located inside the door next to the detergent dispenser. To fill the dispenser, open the cap and pour the rinse aid into the dispenser until the level indicator turns completely black. The volume of the rinse aid container is about 110ml.

The function of Rinse Aid
Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying.

Attention!
Only use branded rinse aid for dishwasher. Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with any other substances (e.g. Dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid detergent). This would damage the appliance.

When to Refill the Rinse Aid Dispenser
If there is no rinse-aid warning light in the control panel, you can judge the amount of rinse-aid by the color of the optical level indicator C located next to the cap. When the rinse-aid container is full, the whole indicator will be dark. As the rinse-aid diminishes, the size of the dark dot decreases. You should never let the rinse aid get below 1 / 4 full.

How to fill the Rinse Aid Dispenser

1. To open the dispenser, turn the cap to the “open” (left) arrow and lift it out.
2. Pour the rinse aid into the dispenser, being careful not to overfill.
3. Replace the cap by inserting it aligned with “open” arrow and turning it to the closed (right) arrow.

NOTE: Clean up any rinse aid spill during filling with an absorbent cloth to avoid excessive foaming during the next wash. Don’t forget to replace the cap before you close dishwasher door.

Adjusting Rinse Aid Dispenser

The rinse aid dispenser has six or four settings. Always start with the dispenser set on “4”. If spots and poor drying are a problem, increase the amount of rinse aid dispensed by removing the dispenser lid and rotating the dial to “5”. If the dishes still are not drying properly or are spotted, adjust the dial to the next higher number until your dishes are spot-free. The recommended setting is “4”. (Factory value is “4”.)

NOTE:

Increase the dose if there are drops of water or lime spots on the dishes after washing. Reduce it if there are sticky whitish stains on your dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife blades.

Detergent

Detergents with have chemical ingredients that are necessary to remove dirt, crush dirt and transport it out of the dishwasher. Most of the commercial quality detergents are suitable for this purpose.

Normally new pulverised detergent is without phosphate. The water softener function of
phosphate is not given. In this case we recommend to fill salt in the salt container even when
the hardness of water is only 6 dH. If detergents without phosphate were used in case of hard water often white spots appear at dishes and glasses. In this case please add more detergent to reach better results. Detergents without chlorine do only bleach a little. Strong and coloured spots will not removed completely. In this case please choose a programme with higher Temperature.

Concentrated Detergent

Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher can be split in two basic types:

• conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components
• low alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes

Detergent Tablets

Detergent tablets of different brands dissolve at different speeds. For this reason some detergent tablets cannot dissolve and develop their full cleaning power during short programmes. Therefore please use long programmes when using detergent tablets, to ensure the complete removal of detergent residuals.

NOTE: Detergent tablets are only for the models with 3 in 1 function or 3 in 1 program.

Detergent Dispenser

The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided in the Wash Cycle Table . Your dishwasher uses less detergent and rinse aid then a conventional dishwasher. Generally, only one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal wash load. Also, more heavily soiled items need more detergent. Always add the detergent just before starting the dishwasher, otherwise it could get damp and will not dissolve properly.

Amount of Detergent to Use

NOTE:

• If the lid is closed: press release button. The lid springs open.
• Always add the detergent just before starting each wash cycle.
• Only use branded detergent aid for dishwasher.

WARNING!

Dishwasher detergent is corrosive!
Take care to keep it out of reach of children.

Proper Use of Detergent 

Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes.

Fill in detergent

Fill the detergent dispenser with detergent. The marking indicates the dosing levels , as illustrated on right:
A The place of main wash cycle detergent placed.
B The place of pre-wash cycle detergent placed.

Please observe the manufacturers dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging.

Close the lid and press until it locks in place.

If the dishes are heavily soiled, place an additional
detergent dose in the pre-wash detergent chamber. This detergent will take effect during the pre-wash phase.

NOTE:

• You find information about the amount of detergent for the single programme on the last page.
• Please aware, that according to the level soiling and the specific hardness of water differences are possible.
• Please observe the manufacturer’s recommendations on the detergent packaging.

Loading the Dishwasher Baskets

Recommendation

• Consider buying utensils which are identified as dishwasher-proof.
• Use a mild detergent that is described as ‘kind of dishes’. If necessary, seek further information from detergent manufacturers.
• For particular items, select a programme with as low a temperature.
• To prevent damage, do not take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher immediately after the programme has ended.

For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes

Are not suitable

• Cutlery with wooden, horn china or mother-of-pearl handles
• Plastic items that are not heat resistant
• Older cutlery with glued parts that is not temperature resistant
• Bonded cutlery items or dishes
• Pewter or copper items
• crystal glass
• Steel items subject to rusting
• Wooden platters
• Items made from synthetic fibres

Are of limited suitability

• Some types of glasses can become dull after a large number of washes
• Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to discolour during washing
• Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed frequently

Attention before or after loading the Dishwasher Baskets

(For best performance of the dishwasher, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of baskets and cutlery baskets may vary from your model.)

Scrape off any large amounts of leftover food. Soften remnants of burnt food in pans It is not necessary to rinse the dishes under running water. Place objects in the dishwasher in following way:

1. Items such as cups, glasses, pots/pans, etc. are face down.
2. Curved items, or those with recesses, should be loaded at a slant so that water can run off.
3. All utensils are stacked securely and can not tip over.
4. All utensils are placed in the way that the spray arms can rotated freely during washing

NOTE: Very small items should not be washed in the dishwasher as they could easily fall out of the basket.

• Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans etc. With the opening downwards so that water cannot collect in the container or a deep base.
• Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one another, or cover each other.
• To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch.
• Load large items which are most difficult to clean into the basket.
• Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard!
• Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizontally in the basket.
• Please do not overload your dishwasher. This is important for good results and for reasonable energy consume.

Loading the Basket

Position the dishes and cookware so that they will not get moved by the spray of water.

Cutlery Basket

Position the dishes and cookware so that they do not get moved by the spray of water.

WARNING!

Do not let any item extend through bottom.
Always load sharp utensils with the sharp point down!

For personal safety and a top quality clean, make sure place the silverware in the basket as follows:

• They do not nest together.
• Place silverware with handles-down.
• But place knives and other potentially dangerous utensils handles-up.

Wash Cycle Table

The table below shows which programs are best for the levels of food residue on them and how much detergent is needed. It also show various information about the programs.

(O)Means: need to fill rinse into the Rinse-Aid Dispenser.

  Note:

ECO: This program is the test cycle. The information for comparability test in accordance with EN60436.

Change the Programme…

Premise: You can modify the washing program, When the dishwasher just runs for a short time. Otherwise, the detergent may have already been released, and the appliance may have already drained the wash water. If this is the case, the detergent dispenser must be refilled (see the section entitled ” Loading the Detergent ” ).

Press Start/Pause Button to pause the machine when the door is closed ,Press Program Button more than three seconds the machine will be in stand by state , then you can change the program to the desired cycle setting (see the section entitled ” Starting a wash cycle. . .” ).

NOTE: If you open the door during washing, the machine will pause. When you close the door and press the Start/Pause Button, the machine will keep on working after 10 seconds.

The program lights show the state of the dishwasher:

• One of the program lights on———-stand by or pause
• One of the program lights blinking—– run

NOTE: If you open the door when washing, the machine will pause. When you close the door , the machine will keep on working after 10 seconds. If your model has broken remember function, the machine will go on to finish the selected program after the power cut.

Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the detergent cup opens.

• Press the Start/Pause button
• Open the door a little to stop the washing.
• After the spray arms stop working,you can open the door completely.
• Add forgotten dishes.
• Close the door
• Press the Start/Pause button, the dishwasher will run after 10 seconds.

At the end of the Wash Cycle

When the working cycle has finished, the buzzer of dishwasher will sound 8 seconds, then stop. Turn off the appliance using the ON/OFF button, shut off the water supply and open the door of the dishwasher. Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishwasher to avoid handling the dishes and utensils while they are still hot and more susceptible to breakage. They will also dry better.

• Switch Off the Dishwasher
  1. Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the ON/OFF button.
  2. Turn off the water tap!
• Open the door carefully.
  Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. The dishes should therefore be allowed to cool down around 15 minutes before removing from the appliance.
  Open the dishwasher’s door, leave it ajar and wait a few minutes before removing the dishes. In this way they will be cooler and the drying will be improved.
• Unloading the dishwasher
  It is normal that the dishwasher is wet inside.

WARNING!
It is dangerous to open the door when washing, because the hot water may scald you.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Filtering System

The filter prevent larger remnants of food or other objects from getting inside the pump.

Filter assembly

The filter efficiently removes food particles from the wash water, allowing it to be recycled during the cycle. For best performance and results, the filter assembly must be cleaned regularly. For this reason, it is a good idea to remove the larger food particles trapping in the filter after each wash cycle by rinsing the filter and cup under running water. To remove the filter assembly, pull the cup handle in the upward direction.

WARNING!

Never run the dishwasher without the filters in place.
The dishwasher must never be used without the filters.
Improper replacement of the filter may reduce the performance level of the appliance and damage dishes and utensils.

NOTE: If do it from step1 to step 3, the filter system will be removed; while if do it from Step 3 to Step 1, the filter system will be installed.

Notes:

• Inspect the filters for blocking after every time the dishwasher has been used.
• By unscrewing the coarse filter, you can remove the filter system.Remove any food remnants and clean the filters under running water.

NOTE: The entire filter assembly should be cleaned once a week.

Cleaning The Filter
To clean the coarse filter and the fine filter, use a cleaning brush. Reassemble the filter parts as shown in the figures on the last page and reinsert the entire assembly in the dishwasher, positioning in its seat and pressing downward.

WARNING!

When cleaning the filters, don’t knock on them. Otherwise, the filters could be WARNING! contorted and the performance of dishwasher could be decreased.

Caring for the Dishwasher

The control panel can be cleaned by using a lightly dampened cloth. After cleaning,make sure to dry it thoroughly. For the exterior use a good appliance polish wax.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.

Cleaning The Door

To clean the edge around the door, you should use only a soft warm, damp cloth. To avoid penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner of any kind.

WARNING!

• Never use a spray cleaner to clean the door panel as it may damage the door lock and electrical components.
• Abrasive agents or some paper towel should not be used because of the risk of scratching or leaving spots on the stainless steel surface.

Protect Against Freezing

please take frost protection measures on the dishwasher in winter. Each time after washing cycles, please operate as follows

1. Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher.
2. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet pipe from the water valve.
3. Drain water from the inlet pipe and water valve (Use a pan to catch the water)
4. Reconnect the water inlet pipe to the water valve.
5. Remove the filter at the bottom of the tub and use a sponge to soak up water in the sump.

  NOTE: If your dishwasher cannot work because of the ice, please contact authorised service person.

Cleaning the Spray Arms
The spray arms can be easily removed for periodic cleaning of the nozzles to prevent possible clogging. Wash them under running water and carefully replace them in their seats, checking that their rotary movement is in no way impeded.

Grasp the middle of the spray arm, pull it upwards to remove it. Wash the arms under a jet of running water and replace it carefully to its seat. After reassembly, check that the spray arms rotate freely. Otherwise, check that they have been installed correctly.

How to Keep Your Dishwasher in Shape

• After Every Wash: After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance and leave the door slightly open so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside.
  
• Remove the Plug: Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always remove the plug from the socket.
• No Solvents or Abrasive Cleaning:  To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Only use a cloth with warm soapy water. To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water with a little vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically for dishwashers.
• When not in use for a long time: It is recommend that you run a wash cycle with the
  dishwasher empty and then remove the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and leave the door of the appliance slightly open. This will help the door seals to last longer and prevent odours from forming within the appliance.
• Moving the Appliance: If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical position. If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on its back.
• Seals: One of the factors that cause odors to form in the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals. Periodic cleaning with a damp sponge will prevent this from occurring.

Installation instruction

Attention: The installation of the pipes and electrical equipments should be done by qualified professionals.

Warning

Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power before installing dishwasher.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Installation preparation

The installation position of dishwasher should be near the existing water inlet tap and drain outlet and power socket.

One side of the cabinet sink should be chosen to facilitate the connection of drain hoses of the dishwasher.

Positioning the Appliance

Position the appliance in the desired location. The back should rest against the wall behind it, and the sides, along the adjacent cabinets or wall. The dishwasher is equipped with water supply and drain hoses that can be positioned to the right or the left to facilitate proper installation.

About Power Connection

WARNING!

For personal safety:

• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the earthing
• Connection from the power cord.

Electrical Requirements

Please look at the rating label to know the rating voltage and connect the dishwasher to the appropriate power supply. Use the required fuse 10 amp, time delay fuse or circuit breaker recommended and provide separate circuit serving only this appliance.

Insure proper ground exists before use

Electrical Connection

Ensure the voltage and frequency of the power being corresponds to those on the rating plate. Only insert the plug into an electrical socket which is earthed properly. If the electrical socket to which the appliance must be connected is not appropriate for the plug , replace the socket, rather than using a adaptors or the like as they could cause overheating and burns.

Water Connection

Cold Water Connection

Connect the cold water supply hose to a threaded 3/4(inch) connector and make sure that it is fastened tightly in place. If the water pipes are new or have not been used for an extended period of time, let the water run to make sure that the water is clear and free of impurities. If this precaution is not taken, there is a risk that the water inlet can get blocked and damage the appliance.

Please Note: If the supplied hose cloes not fit your tap, please contact your local plumbing supply center where adapters are available for purchase.

WARNING! please close the hydrant after using.

Connection of drain hoses

Insert the drain hose into a drain pipe with a minimum diameter of 4cm, or let it run into the sink, making sure to avoid bending or crimping it. The free end of the hose must be at a height lower than 60cm and must not be immersed into water to avoid the backflow of it.

How to Drain Excess Water From Hoses
If the sink is more than1000 mm higher than the floor, the excess water in hoses cannot be drained directly into the sink. It will be necessary to drain excess water from hoses into a bowl or suitable container that is held outside and lower than the sink.

Water Outlet
Connect the water drain hose. The drain hose must be correctly fitted to avoid water leaks.
Ensure that the water drain hose is not kinked or squashed.

Extension Hose
If you need a drain hose extension, make sure to use a similar drain hose.
It must be no longer than 4 metres,otherwise the cleaning effect of the dishwasher could be reduced.

Start of dishwasher
The following things should be checked before starting the dishwasher.

1. The dishwasher is level and fixed properly.
2. The inlet valve is open.
3. Inlet hose connections are fully tightened and not leaking.
4. The wires are tightly connected.
5. The power is switched on.
6. The inlet and drain hoses are not kinked.
7. All packing and print materials should be taken out of the dishwasher.

Attention:

After installation, please make sure to keep this manual. The content of this manual is very helpful to the users.

Troubleshooting Tips

Before Calling for Service

Review the charts on the following pages may save you from calling for service.

Error Codes

When some malfunctions come on, the appliance will display error codes to warn you:

WARNING!

• If overflow occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling a service.
• If there is water in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak, the water should be removed before restarting the dishwasher.

Technical Information

Product information sheet (EN60436)

FAQS

Does this dishwasher come with an attachment to kitchen facet?

Yes. It comes with hoses for intake and discharge, plus an adapter that fits most kitchen faucets that you attach the hose mechanism to.

What is the hight of this item?

17.2 inches

Does connecting the dishwasher to the sink faucet prevent you from being able to use the sink faucet?

Unfortunately yes. Once the tubing is connected to the sink, you must wait until wash is complete before using the sink due to it need info to be connected throughout entire wash. Start to finish. Does an impeccable job though.

Is there a place to hide the hose when dishwasher is not in use?

No, I have mine on a cart and I just let them lay on the second shelf after draining. I dont want to connect and disconnect.

Is it 50/60 Hertz?

I plug it into my normal power outlet(USA) and it works. No idea about hertz. Its a Great dishwasher BTW. At least with Cascade platinum pods.

Do you have to shut the water off to get the door open at then end of the cycle?

Yes you should turn the water off before opening. also release the pressure from the hose.

How many gallon wash cycle does it have

1

Can this be used with a sink that has a sprayer?

Yes. You attach to the faucet not sprayer.

Did it come with liquid jet dry dispenser?

No

Does this sterilize or sanitize dishes?

Yes it heat dries dishes at the end of the cycle

Can this unit be “built in” ? I have a small cabinet beside the sink

If the cabinet has space for the hoses to come out either in back or below. But still not really

Is this a built in or countertop?

This is a countertop unit.

Is there a way to pause before the cycle is finished ?

Yes the start button doubles as a pause button, also the door doesn’t lock so if you open it while running it automatically pauses.

What thread size is the end of the input hose? Is it G 1/2 or no? What adapter will work?

I just bought the adapter located on the Amazon page. At the bottom it says customers also bought this. So I bought that one and it worked.

On which side of the unit is the steam vent port? Don’t want hot wet air directly on my walls.

No steam vent. the steam just comes out when you open it…

Does this need to be professionally installed because it’s 220V?

NO.